‘One of the best Test cricketers’: Pujara hails India batter after IND vs SL Day 1
Former India cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara commended opener KL Rahul's performance on the first day of the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle. Opening the batting after India captain Shubman Gill won the toss, Rahul played a composed innings to lay a strong foundation for the Indian team. Despite a mix-up with Yashasvi Jaiswal that resulted in a run-out, Rahul remained composed and scored a half-century.
Pujara hailed Rahul as one of the best Test cricketers in the Indian team, praising his traditional approach and consistent contributions. He noted that Rahul has improved over the last two seasons and is now defending the ball well, capitalizing on his scoring opportunities. Despite suffering from cramps, Rahul's innings could still see him reach a century.
India is currently at 288 for two on Day 1, with Devdutt Padikkal unbeaten on 131 alongside Rishabh Pant.
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